Great Planes GPMA1326 User Manual

WARRANTY

Great Planes

®

Model Manufacturing Co. guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of
purchase.This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Great Planes' liability
exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Great Planes reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

In that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assemb led product.By the act of using the user-assembled
product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this
kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE
STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF
THIS MODEL.

GPMZ0282 for GPMA1326 V1.0© Copyright 2003

Champaign, Illinois

[phone], Ext 5

[e-mail]

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Wingspan: 68 in [1727mm]
Wing Area: 743 sq in [48 dm2]
Weight: 11-1/4 - 12-1/4 lbs [5103 - 5557 g]
Wing Loading: 34.9 - 38 oz/sq ft [106 - 116 g/dm2]
Length: 45 in [1143mm]
Radio: 4 channel with six servos
Engine: .91 - 1.08 cu in [15cc - 18cc] two-stroke,1.20 cu in [20 cc] four-stroke

INTRODUCTION................................................................2

Scale Competition..............................................................3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................3

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE ........................................4

Radio Equipment ................................................................4

Engine Recommendations.................................................4

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED.....................................4

Hardware and Accessories................................................4

Adhesives and Building Supplies.......................................4

Covering Tools....................................................................4

Optional Supplies and Tools...............................................4

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES.......................................4

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ...............................5

KIT CONTENTS .................................................................6

PREPARATIONS................................................................7

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE STAND ..............................7

BUILD THE WING..............................................................8

Install the Ailerons..............................................................8

Install the Aileron Servos and Pushrods............................9

Join the Wings..................................................................10

Install the Landing Gear...................................................11

Install the Belly Pan..........................................................13

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE.........................................14

Install the Engine and Throttle Servo...............................14

Install the Fuel Tank .........................................................17

Install the Cowl Ring, Cowl and Dummy Engine..............18

Mount the Stab, Elevator, Rudder and Tailwheel .............22

Install the Elevator and Rudder Servos, Radio System

and Pushrods.........................................................24

Finishing Touches.............................................................28

GET THE MODEL READY TO FLY..................................28

Check the Control Directions ...........................................28

Set the Control Throws.....................................................29

Balance the Model (C.G.).................................................29

Balance the Model Laterally.............................................30

PREFLIGHT.....................................................................30

ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................................31

AMA SAFETY CODE ......................................................31

CHECKLIST.....................................................................32

FLYING.............................................................................32

Fuel Mixture Adjustments.................................................32

Takeoff..............................................................................33

Flight.................................................................................33

Aerobatics ........................................................................33

Engine Out Situation........................................................33

Landing.............................................................................33

ENGINE MOUNT TEMPLATES.......................................35

Since its introduction, the Gee Bee has caught the
imagination of the full-scale aviation enthusiast and modelers
alike.The full-scale plane was notorious for its unpredictable
flight characteristics. Great Planes is proud to introduce our
version that has the characteristic look of the full scale Gee

Bee without the unpredictable flight characteristics. You will
enjoy flying this impressive model and showing off its
aerobatic capabilities to everyone at the field.

For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to the
Gee Bee visit the web site listed below and select the Great
Planes Gee Bee ARF.If there is new technical information or
changes to this model, a “tech notice” box will appear in the
upper left corner of the page.

http://www.greatplanes.com/airplanes/index.html

Though the Great Planes Gee Bee is an ARF and may not
have the same level of detail as an “all-out” scratch-built
competition model, it is a scale model nonetheless and is
therefore eligible to compete in the Fun Scale class in AMA
competition. (We receive many favorable reports of Great
Planes ARFs in scale competition!) In Fun Scale, the “builder
of the model” rule does not apply. To receive the five points
for scale documentation, the only proof required that a full
size aircraft of this type in this paint/markings scheme did
exist is a single sheet such as a kit box cover from a plastic
model, a photo, or a profile painting, etc. If the photo is in
black and white, other written documentation of color must
be provided.Contact the AMA for a rule book with full details.

If you would like photos of the full-size Gee Bee for scale
documentation, or if you would like to study the photos to
add more scale details, photo packs are available from:

Bob's Aircraft Documentation

3114 Y uk on Av e

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Telephone: [phone]

Fax:[phone]

e-mail: www.bobsairdoc.com

1. Your Gee Bee should not be considered a toy, but rather a
sophisticated, working model that functions very much like a full­size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities, the Gee
Bee, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly
cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property.

2.You must assemble the model according to the instructions.
Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so may result in an
unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases the instructions may
differ slightly from the photos. In those instances the written
instructions should be considered as correct.

3.You must take time to build straight, true and strong.

PRO TECT YOUR MODEL,YOURSELF

& OTHERS...FOLLOW THESE

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Scale Competition

INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first-class
condition and a correctly sized engine and components (fuel
tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building process.

5.You must correctly install all R/C and other components so
that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air .

6.You must check the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the
model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check
clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they
show any signs of wear or fatigue.

7. If you are not already an experienced R/C pilot, you
should fly the model only with the help of a competent,
experienced R/C pilot.

8.While this kit has been flight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high stress flying, such
as racing, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to
reinforce the high stress points.

Remember:Take y our time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true.

If you have not flo wn this type of model bef ore, we recommend
that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C
club for your first flights.If you're not a member of a club, your
local hobby shop has information about clubs in your area
whose membership includes experienced pilots.

In addition to joining an R/C club, we strongly recommend y ou
join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics). AMA
membership is required to fly at AMA sanctioned clubs.There
are over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country.
Among other benefits, the AMA provides insurance to its
members who fly at sanctioned sites and events .Additionally,
training programs and instructors are available at AMA club
sites to help you get started the right way. Contact the AMA at
the address or toll-free phone number below:

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie, IN 47302-9252

Tele. [phone]

Fax [phone]

Or via the Internet at:

http://www.modelaircraft.org

This is a partial list of items required to finish the Gee Bee
that may require planning or decision making before starting
to build.

4-Channel transmitter and a minimum 4-channel receiver .(A
6-channel computer radio transmitter and receiver ma y offer
some mixing functions desirable for this model).
6 - servos, minimum 40 oz-in torque
2 - 12" [305mm] servo extensions
2 - Y-harness connectors
1 - servo reverser for the two elev ator servos (only if you are
not able to mix two channels to mov e two servos in the same
direction with your computer radio.)

The recommended engine size range for the Gee Bee is .91
to 1.08 two-stroke or 1.20 four-stroke. If an engine in the
upper end of the size range is used, remember that this is a
scale model that is intended to fly at scale-like speeds, so
throttle management should be practiced.

In addition to the items listed in the “Decisions You Must
Make” section, following is the list of hardware and
accessories required to finish the Gee Bee. Order numbers
are provided in parentheses.

❏ Engine and suitable propellers
❏ 4-channel radio with 6 servos, minimum 40 oz-in torque
❏ 2 - 12" [300mm] servo extension (HCAM2711 for Futaba

®

)

❏ Y-har ness (HCAM2751 for Futaba)
❏ 1 - servo reverser for the two elevator servos (only if you

are not able to mix two channels to move two servos in
the same direction with your computer radio.)

❏ R/C foam rubber (1/4" [6mm] - HCAQ1000, or 1/2"

[13mm] - HCAQ1050)

❏ 3' [900mm] standard silicone fuel tubing (GPMQ4131)
❏ Fuel filler valve for glow fuel (GPMQ4160)

Hardware and Accessories

ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED

Engine Recommendations

Radio Equipment

DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE

We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality
kit and instructions, but ultimately the quality and flyability
of your finished model depends on how you build it;
therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model and no
representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.

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In addition to common household tools and hobby tools,
this is the “short list” of the most important items required to
build the Gee Bee.

Great Planes Pro™ CA and Epoxy glue

are recommended.

❏ 1 oz. [30g] Thin Pro CA (GPMR6002)
❏ 1 oz. [30g] Medium Pro CA+ (GPMR6008)
❏ Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❏ Pro 6-minute epoxy (GPMR6045)
❏ R/C-56 canopy glue (JOZR5007)
❏ Microballoons (TOPR1090)
❏ Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 5/64" [2mm], 3/32" [2.4mm], 1/8"

[3.2mm], 9/64" [3.6mm], 5/32" [4mm], 3/16" [4.8mm],
1/4" [6.4mm]

❏ Stick-on segmented lead weights (GPMQ4485)
❏ 1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❏ #11 blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)
❏ File

❏ Top Flite

®

MonoKote®sealing iron (TOPR2100)

❏ Top Flite Hot Sock

™

iron cover (TOPR2175)

❏ Top Flite MonoKote trim seal iron (TOPR2200)
❏ Top Flite MonoKote heat gun (TOPR2000)

❏ 2 oz. [57g] spray CA activator (GPMR6035)
❏ CA applicator tips (HCAR3780)
❏ CA debonder (GPMR6039)
❏ Epoxy brushes (6, GPMR8060)
❏ Mixing sticks (50, GPMR8055)
❏ Mixing cups (GPMR8056)
❏ Curved-tip canopy scissors for trimming plastic parts

(HCAR0667)

❏ Hobbico

®

Duster™, can of compressed air (HCAR5500)

❏ Masking tape (TOPR8018)
❏ Threadlocker thread locking cement (GPMR6060)
❏ Denatured alcohol (for epoxy clean up)
❏ Switch & Charge Jack Mounting Set (GPMM1000)
❏ Rotar y tool such as a Dremel

®

❏ Rotar y tool reinforced cut-off wheel (GPMR8200)
❏ Ser vo horn drill (HCAR0698)
❏ Dead Center

™

Engine Mount Hole Locator (GPMR8130)

❏ AccuThrow

™

Deflection Gauge (GPMR2405)

❏ CG Machine

™

(GPMR2400)

❏ Laser incidence meter (GPMR4020)
❏ Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer

™

(TOPQ5700)

• There are two types of screws used in this kit:
Sheet metal screws are designated by a number and a

length. For example #6 x 3/4" [19mm]

This is a number six screw that is 3/4" [19mm] long.

Machine screws are designated by a number, threads per
inch and a length. For example 4-40 x 3/4" [19mm]

This is a number four screw that is 3/4" [19mm] long

with forty threads per inch.

• When you see the term

test fit

in the instructions, it
means that you should first position the part on the
assembly without using any glue, then slightly modify or

custom fit

the part as necessar y for the best fit.

• Whenever the term

glue

is written you should rely upon
your experience to decide what type of glue to use.When a
specific type of adhesive works best for that step, the
instructions will make a recommendation.

• Whenever just

epoxy

is specified you may use

either

30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or6-minute epoxy. When
30-minute epoxy is specified it is highly recommended that
you use only 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy, because you
will need the working time and/or the additional strength.

• Photos and sketches are placed before the step they
refer to. Frequently you can study photos in following steps
to get another view of the same parts.

• The Gee Bee is factory-covered with Top Flite MonoKote
film.Should repairs ever be required, MonoK ote can be patched
with additional MonoKote purchased separately. MonoKote is
packaged in six-foot rolls, but some hobby shops also sell it by
the foot.If only a small piece of MonoKote is needed f or a minor
patch, perhaps a fellow modeler would give you some.
MonoKote is applied with a model airplane covering iron, but in
an emergency a regular iron could be used. A roll of MonoKote
includes full instructions for application.Following are the colors
used on this model and order numbers for six foot rolls.

Red – TOPQ0201

White – TOPQ0204

• The stabilizer and wing incidences and engine thrust
angles have been factory-built into this model. However,
some technically-minded modelers may wish to check these
measurements anyway.T o vie w this information visit the web
site at www.greatplanes.com and click on “Technical Data.”
Due to manufacturing tolerances which will have little or no
effect on the way your model will fly, please expect slight
deviations between your model and the published values.

IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES

Optional Supplies and Tools

Covering T ools

Adhesives and Building Supplies

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If you have never worked with fiberglass there are a few
basic things you should be aware of:

1. When you are cutting into fiberglass, be sure you are
cutting the correct place. Unlike wood, you are not able to
go back and easily fix a mistake.

2.Whenever you are gluing a part to the inside of fiberglass
it is important to roughen the inside surface of the fiberglass
with 220-grit sandpaper. Then wipe the area with alcohol.
The molding process leaves a waxy residue that can pre v ent
a good bond between the glue and the parts being glued.

3. If you do not have a high-speed motor tool such as a
Dremel®tool, you should consider purchasing one or
borrowing one from a fellow modeler. This combined with a
fiberglass cut-off wheel is going to be extremely helpful in
the assembly process.

WARNING:The cowl, wheel pants and fuselage included in
this kit are made of fiberglass, the fibers of which may
cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Never blow
into a part to remove fiberglass dust, as the dust will blow
back into your eyes.Always wear safety goggles, a particle
mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding
fiberglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area
thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING WITH FIBERGLASS

To order replacement par ts for the Great Planes Gee Bee ARF, use the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List
that follows. Replacement par ts are available only as listed. Not all parts are available separately (an aileron cannot be
purchased separately, but is only available with the wing kit).Replacement par ts are not available from Product Support,
but can be purchased from hobby shops or mail order/Internet order firms. Hardware items (screws, nuts, bolts) are also
available from these outlets. If you need assistance locating a dealer to purchase par ts, visit www.greatplanes.com and
click on “Where to Buy.” If this kit is missing parts, contact Product Support.

Replacement Parts List

Order Number Description How to Purchase

Missing pieces ................................................Contact Product Support

Instruction manual...........................................Contact Product Support

Full-size plans.................................................Not available

Kit parts listed below .......................................Hobby Supplier

GPMA2390 ...........Wing Kit

GPMA2391 ...........Fuselage Kit

GPMA2392 ...........Stabilizer Set

GPMA2393 ...........Rudder

GPMA2394 ...........Landing Gear Set

GPMA2395 ...........Wheel Pants

GPMA2396 ...........Canopy

GPMA2397 ...........Cowl

GPMA2398 ...........Decal Set

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

0" 1" 2" 3" 4" 5" 6" 7"

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180

Inch Scale

Metric Scale

To convert inches to millimeters, multiply inches by 25.4

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1 Fuselage
2 Cowl
3 Right Wing and Aileron
4 Left Wing and Aileron
5 Stabilizer and Elevators
6 Rudder
7 Dummy Engine

8 Engine Mount

9 Wheel Pants
10 Cowl Ring (2)
11 Canopy
12 Wire Landing Gear
13 Main Wheels
14 Tail Wheel Assembly

15 Wing Joiners
16 Decal Sheet (2)
17 Pushrods
18 Belly Pan
19 Plywood Ser vo Trays, Battery/Receiver

Tray, and Cowl Mounting Parts

(1) .60 -1.20 Engine mount (left)
(1) .60 -1.20 Engine mount (right)
(1) Brass EZ Connect
(4) 6-32 Blind Nuts
(4) 8-32 Blind Nuts
(2) 1/4-20 Blind Nuts
(5) Nylon Control Horn, Large
(1) Nylon Bearing for tail wheel wire
(2) 1/4 -20 Nylon bolts
(5) Nylon Clevis
(2) Flat Nylon landing Gear Straps (1tree of 4)
(1) Nylon retainer

(1) 2x9 Hinge material
(6) Faslink
(5) Silicone Clevis Keeper
(4) 6-32 Set Screw
(2) 6-32 x 1/4" SHCS
(2) 4-40 Set Screw
(1) 4-40 x 1/4" SHCS
(4) 6-32 x 1/2" SHCS
(8) #4 x 5/8 SMS
(8) 8-32 x 1" SHCS
(34) #2 x 1/2" SMS
(3) Heat Shrink Tube

(2) 1/8 Wheel Collar
(4) 5/32 Wheel Collar
(3) .074 x 17 1/2" wire
(3) .074 x 6" wire
(4) #6 Flat Washer
(8) #8 Lock washer
(8) #8 Flat Washer
(2) Axles
(4) 3 x 51 x 51mm Plywood Plate
(4) 3mm Plywood Cowl Mount Tabs
(18) 1/8" x 3/4" Aluminum Tube
(1) Pilot

Kit Contents (Photographed)

Kit Contents (Not Photographed)

Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make sure it is complete and inspect the parts to make sure they
are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly ,
contact Product Support. When repor ting defective or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in
the Kit Contents list on this page.

Great Planes Product Support

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

Telephone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

KIT INSPECTION

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1. If you have not done so already, remove the major parts
of the kit from the box and inspect for damage. If any parts
are damaged or missing, contact Product Support at the
address or telephone number listed in the “Kit Inspection”
section on page 6.

2. Remove the tape and separate the ailerons and flaps from
the wing and the elevators from the stab. Use a covering iron
with a covering sock on high heat to tighten the covering if
necessary .Apply pressure over sheeted areas to thoroughly
bond the covering to the wood.

Because of the awkward shape of the Gee Bee we have
designed a very useful foam cradle for the model. As
you have already seen it was used in the shipping box,
can be used as an assembly stand and for transporting
the Gee Bee to the flying field!

❏ 1. Locate the components of the foam cradle.

❏ 2.Slide the foam part with the large oval onto one end of

each of the two plastic pipes. Slide the par t with the small
oval on the opposite end. This configuration will hold the
Gee Bee upright on your workbench and work well for
transporting your Gee Bee too!

❏ 3. For working on the Gee Bee inverted on the bench,

remove the foam parts from the pipes and replace them with
the other two large foam parts. Insert the small cradle
extensions onto the bottom of the foam parts.This will provide
the additional height required to provide clearance for the
vertical fin.The cradle extensions fit snugly into the foam cradle
but may loosen with use.You may wish to consider gluing them
together with epoxy for a more permanent installation.

Note: At the time this manual was written we had not yet
received the foam cradle that is included with this kit so we
used a different stand for our construction photographs.

ASSEMBLE THE FUSELAGE ST AND

PREPARATIONS

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Do the right wing first so your work matc hes the photos
the first time through.You can do one wing at a time , or
work on them together.

❏❏1. Drill a 3/32" hole, 1/2" deep in the center of each

hinge slot to allow the CA to “wick” in. Follow-up with a #11
blade to clean out the slots. Hint: If you have one, use a
high-speed rotary tool to drill the holes.

❏❏2. Use a sharp #11 blade to cut a strip of covering

from the hinge slots in the wing and aileron.

❏❏3.Cut three 3/4" x 1" hinges from the CA hinge strip.

Snip off the corners so they go in easier.

❏❏4.Test fit the ailerons to the wing with the hinges. If

the hinges don't remain centered, stick a pin through the
middle of the hinge to hold it in position.

❏❏5. Remove any pins you may have inserted into the

hinges.Adjust the aileron so there is a small gap between the
LE of the aileron and the wing.The gap should be small, just
enough to see light through or to slip a piece of paper through.

❏❏6. Apply six drops of thin CA to the top and bottom of

each hinge. Do not use CA accelerator. After the CA has
fully hardened, test the hinges by pulling on the aileron.

❏❏7. Cut the covering 1/8" [3mm] inside the opening in

the wing for the aileron servo. Use a trim iron to seal the
covering to the inner edges of the opening.

❏❏8. On the bottom of the wing, cut the covering from

the two slots for the landing gear.

1"
1"

3/4"

AWAY FROM THE SLOT

CUT THE COVERING

DRILL A 3/32" HOLE

1/2" DEEP, IN CENTER

OF HINGE SLOT

Install the Ailerons

BUILD THE WING

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❏❏9. On the top of the wing, cut the covering away from

the hole at the wing center section. This hole is for the
aileron servo wire to come through, into the fuselage.

❏❏10.Remove the string from inside of the aileron servo

bay and tape it to the wing. Do not pull the string out of
the wing!

❏ 11. Repeat steps 1-10 for the left wing panel.

❏❏1. Installing the servos in the wing will require the use

of one 12" [305mm] servo extension for each aileron.One Y­harness connector is required and is used to allow the
aileron servos to plug into one slot in your receiver.You may
have a computer radio that allo ws you to plug the servos into
separate slots and then mix them together through the radio
transmitter. If you choose to mix them with the radio rather
than the Y-harness, refer to the instructions with your
particular brand of radio.

❏❏2. Attach the ser vo extension to the aileron servo.

Secure the connectors together using a large piece of
heat shrink tubing, tape or other method for securing the
connectors together.

❏❏3.Tie the string from inside the wing to the end of the

servo wire. Pull the servo wire through the wing with the
string.Feed the servo wire out the hole in the top of the wing
center section. Tape the servo wire to the wing to prevent it
from falling back into the wing.

❏❏4.Temporarily position the aileron servo into the servo

bay. Drill a 1/16" [1.6mm] hole through the four mounting
holes of the servo, drilling through the plywood mounting plate
in the wing. Install and remove a servo mounting screw into
each of the four holes.Inser t a drop of thin CA into the holes
to harden the wood.After the glue has cured, install the servo
into the servo bay using the hardware that came with your
servo.Center the servo and install a ser vo arm as shown.

❏❏5. Position a large nylon control horn on the aileron,

positioning it as shown in the sketch and aligning it with the

Install the Aileron Servos and Pushrods

9

Correct Incorrect

servo.Mark the location for the screw holes.Drill through the
marks you made with a 1/16" [1.6mm] drill bit. (Be sure you
are drilling into the plywood plate mounted in the bottom of
the aileron. Drill through the plate only. Do not drill all the
way through the aileron!) Using a #2 x 1/2" [#2 x 13mm]
sheet metal screw , install and then remo v e a scre w into each
of the holes.Harden the holes with thin CA.Install the control
horn with four #2 x 1/2" [#2 x 13mm] sheet metal screws.

❏❏6. Locate a .074" x 6" [.074" x 152mm] pushrod wire

threaded on one end. Screw a nylon clevis onto the threaded
end of the wire 20 turns. Install a silicone clevis keeper onto
the clevis.Then, install the clevis on the aileron control horn.

❏❏7. Be sure the aileron servo is centered. Enlarge the

first hole in the servo arm with a Hobbico Servo Horn Drill
(or a #48 or 5/64" [2mm] drill bit). Center the aileron and
align the wire pushrod with the hole in the end of the servo
arm.Using a marker, mark the location where the wire aligns
with the hole in the servo arm. On that mark make a 90
degree bend. From the bend measure an additional 3/16"
[4.8mm] and then cut off the excess pushrod wire.

❏❏8. Install the wire into the hole in the servo arm using

a nylon FasLink™as shown in the sketch.

❏ 9. Repeat steps 1-8 for the left wing panel.

❏1.Locate the three hardwood wing joiners.Using 5-minute

epoxy, glue them together forming one 1/4" [6mm] wing joiner.

❏ 2. Test fit the wing joiner into each wing panel, making

sure that it is not too tight. Sand the joiner as needed to get
a good fit.

❏3.Apply 30-minute epoxy to both sides of the wing joiner , the

joiner pocket in both wing panels and to the root rib of each
wing panel. Push the wing panels together and hold them in
place with masking tape.Before the glue cures, set the wing flat
on your bench and measure the dihedral.The distance from the
top of the bench to the center of the wing as measured at the
wingtip should be approximately 6" [152mm].Block the wingtip
up while the glue cures.

Note: Due to production techniques
there may be some variance in the actual dihedral of each
model. Our prototypes flew well with the dihedral anywhere
between 5-3/4" and 6-1/4" [146mm and 159mm].

❏ 4. Set the wing aside allowing the glue to cure.

Join the Wings

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❏ 5. Locate the 1/4" [6mm] holes under the covering at the

trailing edge of the wing center section. Cut the covering
away on both the top and bottom of the wing.

❏ 6.Trial fit the wing to the fuselage with two 1/4 - 20 nylon

wing bolts.After fitting the wing, remove it from the fuselage.

❏❏1. Locate the wire landing gear. Insert the r ight gear

into the slots in the bottom of the wing. When properly
inserted the landing gear has a forward rack.

❏❏2. Position four nylon landing gear straps over the

landing gear wire. Using the measurements shown in the

photo, mark the location for the screw holes.

Note: It is
important that the straps are located as shown or they could
interfere with the installation of the wheel pants.

Drill a 1/16"
[1.6mm] hole through the marks, drilling through the
hardwood rail under the covering.Inser t a #2 x 1/2" [13mm]
screw into each of the holes you have drilled and then
remove it.Put a couple of drops of thin CA into the holes to
harden the wood and allow the glue to cure. Install each of
the landing gear straps over the landing gear wire with #2 x
1/2" [13mm] sheet metal screws.

❏❏3. Locate the right side wheel pant.

Note: If you

examine the base of the two wheel pants you will see that
there is a definite difference in the angle of the base of the
wheel pant.This is to accommodate the dihedral in the wing.
Be sure you mount the correct pant to each side of the wing.

❏❏4. Slide the wheel pant over the landing gear wire.

Locate the axle, a 6-32 x 1/2" socket head cap screw and a
wheel. Insert the 6-32 socket head cap screw into the axle.

Slide the wheel over the axle.Temporarily tighten the axle to
the landing gear wire.Having the wheel in position will assist
you in locating the proper position for the wheel pant.

Install the Landing Gear

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